2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (64 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Vanette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Nissan Vanette (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2080 mm |
